The Skimmi is in a sunny location, but it isn't charging
Step by step.
This can occur when the battery is full so that the skimmer runs on solar power instead of battery. When the sunlight becomes weaker, the battery will start to power the skimmer again and will continue charging.
-
Ensure the Skimmi is exposed to direct sunlight to let the battery recharge. Cold weather and cloudy skies may impact the charging ability.
-
If the SKIMMI won’t charge, please open the app and note the charging strength.
If the charging strength is below 5 Watts, please check for possible limescale residue accumulation on top of the solar panel. In such a case, please gently clean the residue off using diluted citric acid or vinegar.
If the charging strength is above 5 Watts, but the SKIMMI won't accumulate charge, it may indicate a faulty battery.
Important: The robot is a solar-powered model. Sufficient solar power and direct sunlight are required for proper charging and operation.
Source: Maytronics support. Rewritten for clarity with the same steps; the videos and illustrations are Maytronics' own.
Parts that fix this.
This answer comes down to power supplies & chargers. The exact part depends on the model: choose your robot and we open its parts list, or browse the category for every model.
Browse by category:Power Supplies & Chargers All genuine Dolphin parts →
This fix on your robot.
Every model below has its own troubleshooting guide that repeats this fix with the exact parts that fit it. The link opens the guide on this fix.